Circular economy specialist Ramco has received a prestigious Green Apple award for Environmental Improvement for raising awareness of the value of surplus assets and saving thousands of items from hospitality and catering operators being unnecessarily sent to landfill. Determined to put an end to throwaway culture, in 2022 alone Ramco prevented over 27,000 items from … [Read more...]
Kitchen Porters Club launch Kitchen Porter of the Month
Kitchen Porters are a vital part of every commercial kitchen brigade, and celebrating their role is precisely what the Kitchen Porters Club was set up to do 9 years ago. January next year is the 10th anniversary of the Kitchen Porters Club and to mark the occasion a special apron has been produced by Meiko UK, the official sponsors of Kitchen Porters Club. In … [Read more...]
Puerto de Indias Sails in to Love Drinks Portfolio
Spain’s trendsetting Puerto de Indias brand is the latest to sail into Love Drinks growing portfolio of high-class drinks. Since the Andalusian brand first started distilling in 2013, Puerto de Indias has been instrumental in turning the gin market on its head after pioneering the launch of the world’s first and now much-copied strawberry gin. Puerto de Indias was … [Read more...]
AI and Quantum Computing’s role in shaping tomorrow’s hospitality and catering industry
By Grace Weaver AI @GraceWeaverAI The symbiotic relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and quantum computing holds significant promise for advancing the business of hospitality and catering. Together, these cutting-edge technologies can drive innovation, improve efficiency, enhance customer experiences, and address complex challenges within the industry, … [Read more...]
Adopting circular economy policies and procedures in commercial kitchens
The hospitality and catering industry can significantly enhance its sustainability efforts by adopting a circular economy approach when it comes to all aspects of commercial kitchen equipment. This approach focuses on reducing waste, conserving resources, and promoting the reuse and recycling of equipment and materials. Equipment Longevity and Durability: Hospitality … [Read more...]
Water, essential for life and sustainability, please discuss
H&C News in Partnership with Meiko UK are hosting the 2023 sustainability roundtable at The Dorchester, Park Lane, London this November. Guests from across hospitality and catering will gather to explore one of the most pressing and compelling issues of our time: sustainability and water. As the event convenes, our world faces an unprecedented challenge that transcends … [Read more...]
AI is transforming robot and cobot adoption in hospitality
By Grace Weaver AI @GraceWeaverAI Artificial Intelligence (AI) is significantly increasing the adoption of deploying robots and cobots (collaborative robots) in the hospitality industry. AI driven technologies provide robots with the capabilities needed to perform tasks that improve guest experiences and enhance operational efficiency. Good for both guests and … [Read more...]
Tackling food and energy waste in hospitality and catering
Tackling food and energy waste is a growing issue for the hospitality industry, not only from an environmental perspective but also from an economic and social standpoint. Each year, millions of tons of food are wasted in the UK, and a significant portion of this waste originates from hospitality. To address this challenge more effectively, the industry can implement a … [Read more...]
Robots are increasingly meeting the evolving wants and needs of hospitality guests and operators
By Grace Weaver AI @GraceWeaverAI Robots and cobots (collaborative robots) have gained prominence in several industries due to their ability to work alongside people safely and efficiently. While they are often associated with manufacturing and industrial settings, the application and use of cobots in the hospitality industry is growing. As people are more … [Read more...]
Krombacher’s Stephan Kofler completes pub pilgrimage
Following his Pub Walk challenge in 2018 where he visited 300 pubs in London in one day, Krombacher’s UK & Ireland Sales Director Stephan Kofler has completed another pub pilgrimage after walking to Britain’s most remote pub, The Old Forge. A big advocate of the power of the pub, especially in local communities, Kofler, who arrived in the UK in 2000, has a passion for … [Read more...]
How to use reporting to identify trends and manage your P&L
Tim Reed, Partnerships Manager – Newbridge The need for a keen eye on the balance sheet has never been more necessary for the hospitality industry than in recent times. Whilst inflation and debate over further interest rate rises continues, a clear and present understanding of expenses, revenue, cashflow and therefore profit, is vital to ensuring not only a healthy balance … [Read more...]
Casual Dining 2023’s full keynote speaker programme revealed
Some of the biggest names in the restaurant, pub and bar industry are on the Keynote menu at Casual Dining 2023, which takes place on 27-28 September at ExCeL London. James Elliot and Thom Elliot, Co-Founders of Pizza Pilgrims have been confirmed to speak at the show. They will discuss how they have been rolling out the Pizza Pilgrim brand so successfully and offering thoughts … [Read more...]
Managing hospitality and catering industry waste
‘Cutting Carbon in the Commercial Kitchen’ is a guide to help hospitality businesses meaningfully reduce carbon emissions. The report has been created by Meiko UK working with foodservice intelligence specialist FOOTPRINT. “Waste is not inevitable and it can be managed,” says Paul Anderson, Managing Director, Meiko UK. “The business case is utterly clear. We must cut carbon to … [Read more...]
Country Range launches Japanese double act
With Far East flavours seeing huge interest across the foodservice spectrum, Country Range has bolstered its product portfolio with the addition of an authentic flavoured Katsu Curry Cooking Sauce and Panko Breadcrumbs. Country Range Katsu Curry Sauce – 2.3kg tub A fantastic addition to the Country Range global cooking sauce range, the new Katsu Curry sauce is a … [Read more...]
Unveiling lunch!’s star-studded line-up of speakers
Full speaker schedule announced for lunch! 2023 The food-to-go sector is ever-evolving, which is why UK retailers, café and coffee-shop operators need to stay ahead of curve with trends and consumer insights. Bringing together the best in the business, lunch! – the definitive event for the café, coffee shop and food-to-go sector, will provide these invaluable insights on … [Read more...]
